Cinema in the North

Tom Grieve, Cinema Editor

Whether you’re looking for the latest blockbuster, that hot arthouse flick fresh from Cannes or a cosy afternoon with a classic, there’s no shortage of cinema screens ready to cater to Manchester’s film fans. We keep an eye on the programmes that matter, from tiny pop-ups to the city’s major screens, and point you toward the films worth leaving the house for.

Our top picks

HOME Manchester

HOME Manchester, 2 Tony Wilson Place, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M15 4FN - Visit now

HOME, Manchester’s famous cross-arts venue, is a crown jewel when it comes to culture. Two theatres, five cinema screens, a large gallery, restaurant, bar, café and bookshop.

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Cultplex

Cultplex, 50 Red Bank, Manchester, England, M4 4HF - Visit now

If Manchester had a shrine to all things cult cinema, CULTPLEX would be it. Now running the whole building at 50 Red Bank, the team have taken their love of film and run wild with it.

Everyman Manchester St John’s

Everyman Manchester St John’s, ABC Building, 23 Quay Street, Manchester, M3 4AS - Visit now

The city’s plushest cinema experience, nestled in the heart of the ABC Building on Quay Street. It’s the kind of place where movie nights feel like a night out.

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FACT

FACT, 88 Wood Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 4DQ - Visit now

Liverpool’s go-to destination for artfilm, and all things creatively techy. This centre blends contemporary art exhibitions, independent cinema, and interactive experiences that make you see the world a little differently.

Odeon Great Northern

Odeon Great Northern, 235 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4EN - Visit now

A 16-screen multiplex cinema that offers a premium movie-going experience in the heart of Manchester. Situated just off Deansgate, this cinema combines modern amenities with a rich architectural heritage

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Hyde Park Picture House

Hyde Park Picture House, 73 Brudenell Road, Headingly, Leeds, Yorkshire, LS6 1JD - Visit now

One of the oldest cinemas in the UK and somehow still manages to feel completely alive today. The programming often includes independent films, documentaries, family-friendly flicks, and foreign-language cinema. They also run Q&As with filmmakers, panel discussions, and workshops.

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Plaza Community Cinema

Plaza Community Cinema, 13 Crosby Road, North Waterloo, Liverpool , L22 0LD - Visit now

Serving the community since the Second World War, the cinema is a unique resource, offering both big and arthouse releases to the general public, as well as film-based education programmes for schools and charities. It’s run by volunteers too and operates as a registered charity.

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Experiences

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Explore Manchester’s ghostly past with Jonathan Schofield. Uncover eerie tales of lost...

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Explore the ways in which Manchester helped shape and reinforce the ideas...

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A tour through idyllic Derbyshire and the Peak District, where rolling hills,...

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Explore Cinema by city

  • Photo of the Stockport Plaza auditorium - One of our Top 5 Cinemas in Manchester
    Cinemas in Manchester

    Independent gems, DIY mini-cinemas, Art Deco wonders and massive multiplexes -- Manchester film fans are spoiled for choice.

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    Cinemas in Leeds

    From the latest art-house gems to the biggest blockbuster on the biggest screens, there’s a cinema to suit all needs in Leeds.

  • Cinemas in Liverpool

    Whether you want a multiplex or something a little extra, the cinemas in Liverpool have it all.

  • Cinemas in Sheffield Photographer: Scott Hukins ©
    Cinemas in Sheffield

    Cinemas in Sheffield cater for all tastes, with arthouse venues sitting happily alongside big multiplex screens – including one of only two IMAX with laser projection screens in the country.

Hotel guides

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    Hotels in Manchester

    To make life easy when it comes to booking your stay, here’s our guide to Manchester's best hotels.

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    Hotels in Liverpool

    There’s no shortage of hotels in Liverpool, but you don’t have to go far to find something a bit more stylish than a Travelodge. Here’s our guide.

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    Hotels in Leeds

    Leeds has plenty of new types of accommodation, from sleek, modern luxury to affordable art hostels and grand accommodation in green space.

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    Hotels in Bradford

    For a weekend break in a private apartment or an overnight stay in high luxury, we've rounded up the best places to stay in Bradford, Ilkley and Saltaire.

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